Is the Zoo Med ReptiCare Deluxe Rock Heater any good? I mean, specifically, can you rely on it's thermostat not to burn your pet?
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I bought the rock heater without the thermostat and found it way too hot. I returned it the next day and ordered the rock heater with a thermostat instead. The temperature adjustment is worth the few extra dollars. I have mine on a low setting. You will notice it takes a while to warm up as the rock material is quite thick.
4890
yes, ive had mine for about a year now and the temperature control works great, just make sure you give it time to warm all the way up and test it before you put it in.
4891
We've had ours for about a year. The thermostat has proven reliable. We set it on a mid-range setting and our leopard geckos love it. If it is too hot, they won't sit on it. Never put the heat lamp above the rock; it will overheat the rock and harm your lizards. In the winter we keep it up a bit because our house is cool. Just check it with your hand. The instructions are thorough in their explanation. Yes, we've been very happy with the rock!
218367
yep as long as it has a heartbeat, it picks up on thermal does not care what kinda animal it is! I would probably not use the extension that comes with it I would keep it lower to the ground, i absolutely love mine
414928
I have two of these heaters because I like them that much and they seem to have the best safety ratings. When the room gets up to the temperature you pick it is supposed to turn both the fan and the element off. I have read a few amazon reviews where only the fan turns off and if that is the case that may be a malfunction and/or dangerous from what others have said. But our two work very well so far. The sides of both of the fans don't even get warm, so if yours does I would recommend exchanging it. Be warned, the more expensive model keeps the fan on even when the element goes off and ends up creating a very unpleasant cool breeze in addition to bing made of plastic instead of metal so I would not recommend that one.
2210305
I would be cautious about that high a heat. I used my heater for a Turtle and it was wonderful. Please consult a dog Doctor to be sure about where to set the thermostat - and God Bless -
2043579
I just set this up today. I wanted a heater with a thermostat and took a chance with the Hydor 25W Submersible Aquarium Heater - Original Theo. It just fits inside the pump area. Doesn't impede on the air hose or electrical wires.
771926
This heater was a good heater for several months but something went crazy with it & the heating element went crazy & cooked my tank. It spiked a very high temp & lost almost all my coral & a few fish. I had it in my sump. Don't know if it was just this heater or if they are all faulty. Sorry I couldn't have been more help.
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make sure you are using a thermostat. if your thermostat is working properly you have nothing to worry about. also look into getting a temp gun. its a good way to see exactly wjat is going on in your animal enclosures
864832
At night I used a sealed oil heater, and fashioned a sectional canopy of old towels over my cockatoo's cage, which extended just far enough over the heater to catch and hold some of the heat. And I used an indoor/outdoor thermometer, with the transmitter just outside the of the cage where she sat (didn't want my baby trying to eat it) but still under the canopy, and the receiver next to my bed to monitor the situation all night. It worked out great. I eventually got it adjusted to the point where if I was comfortable, so was she.I miss her.
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It is a comfort heater. I live in a small apartment and it it will keep up as long as the temperatures don't fall below 30 degrees. It does not heat the carpet. The narrow outlet towards the top of the unit blows forced air over some sort of heating element. It is quite powerful, but not the same as a built in appliance. You can touch the unit anywhere and it will not burn you. It is very safe for children pets. It is a 1500 watt unit. multiply 1500 x hours x your rate in kilowatts/hour and you get the cost of operation.
1286068
I would not by the heater at all! I did and the customer service stinks and, shall I say, non-existent. I purchased another heater from Mr. Heater, it is only a few months old, so I am reserving any comments for now.
2014364
Yes, it shuts off at 35 degrees. Mine ran for weeks at a time with this freezing weather and I didn't notice any increase in my electric bill.I now know not to use the heater in a concrete birdbath so I ordered a metal birdbath for next winter. I had surgery and couldn't monitor the amount of water in it so it basically ran dry for a few days. Make sure there is water in it at all times.I hope this answers your question.
1916011
Don't bother. It is not safe. There was a recall for this product and company will not stand by what it makes. it is a crappy heater. I finally threw it out. Seemed a better solution than burning my house down.
608763
When I used to have it (upgraded to a large tank so I don't have it anymore), it didn't get the bowl warm at all, just the water inside the bowl. Also I'm pretty sure the instructions said it must be fully submerged in water for use. If you want the one outside try checking out the reptile heating pads, those can be on outside.
212327
I have this heater in my Aqueous 8 gallon reef in the return compartment. I've not had any issues with temp fluctuations. I tested the heater first in a container of water for several days. The heater only needed a minor tweak to stay on my target temp of 78. Although the temp spindle is very tight and I felt hard to turn, I think this is to your advantage in maintaining the temperature you want. Due to this fact, it only takes a minute adjustment, not a big twist of the spindle. All in all, I'm very happy with the heater, it's my second purchase, I also have it in my saltwater 10 gal.
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I sent it back, it didn't work well at all! I tried for several days to adjust the high and low temperature settings, but when then heater was on it wouldn't shut off and it would overshoot and when it was off, it wouldn't turn back on. I had it in a 10 gallon tank. UL....??
347697
Good question! Let me know if you find one. This would be an excellent heater if the manufacturer did not use thermocouples that they know are defective. Why do I say that? Because nearly EVERY review that I have read States the same problem. Now I have a heater sitting out in my garage that will not light! I recommend that any person thinking of purchasing this heater buy a Mr Heater instead. They work! If World Marketing would send me a new thermocouple (that works), I would install it.
2076023
I have this heater. Actually 2 of them. I loved it when I was using it. Did a fantastic job of heating my home. The one and ONLY reason I stopped using it is because the cost of kerosene has really skyrocketed since last year, plus it's extremely hard to find it here now. But I am considering biting the dust and getting some for these days that are record-breakingly low this year. The main thing you have to remember with the 2304 DH is to keep it a minimum of 4-6 feet from anything around it. If you have pets, don't worry. Most animals (I have 2 dogs and a cat) learn to get close to it to get warm and to scootch away as they warm up. I've never once had a problem with my pets getting burned. Also, I never leave mine running all night or when I'm not home. And of course, don't ever place anything on top of it. Also of course, don't use anything but K-1 kerosene in it. As long as you use common sense, you won't have a problem and will be just as satisfied with yours as I am with mine.